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Canadian Man Denied U.S. Entry for Expired ESTA

6/28/2025

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Jamie Flynn, a British citizen living in Canada, faced a shocking denial of entry to the U.S. for the World Police and Fire Games because his ESTA pass had expired. With no criminal history and no chance to appeal, he now awaits a visa interview set for February 2027. Experts suggest that obtaining Canadian citizenship could ease future U.S. travel hurdles.

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Story summary

Jamie Flynn, a British citizen living in Canada, faced a shocking denial of entry to the U.S. for the World Police and Fire Games because his ESTA pass had expired. With no criminal history and no chance to appeal, he now awaits a visa interview set for February 2027. Experts suggest that obtaining Canadian citizenship could ease future U.S. travel hurdles.